What is another word for noma?
Pronunciation: [nˈə͡ʊmə] (IPA) 
Noma is a rare, bacterial infection that affects the face and damages the tissues of the mouth, causing severe disfigurement. The disease is commonly known as cancrum oris, gangrenous stomatitis or fusospirochetal gangrene. Other synonyms for noma include putrid sore mouth, water cancer, or noma pudendi when it occurs in the genital area. The disease mostly affects children living in extreme poverty, malnourishment, and compromised immune systems. With proper nutrition and access to medical treatment, noma can be prevented or treated in its early stages. Therefore, it's essential to raise awareness about the disease and encourage governments and communities to take action against it.
